Across society, the end of 2020 was greeted with welcome relief. While this year hasn’t exactly been a clean slate so far, the successful rollout of coronavirus vaccines and resumption of events has driven hopes that normality will return soon. Unfortunately for the UK storage and logistics industries, this year …
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As the UK economy bounces back, warehouses and logistics providers are busier than ever. Volumes are climbing, labour is short meaning housekeeping tasks like floor cleaning are squeezed at a time when hygiene and health are more important than ever. That’s why future thinking logistics leaders are increasingly turning to …
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Belt sanders are highly versatile tools, great for smoothing and levelling rough surfaces as well as trimming and shaping certain materials. These powerful machines require careful handling to achieve the right result, and their high output also makes them potentially dangerous if correct protocols are not followed. While belt sanders …
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A 3PL business that chartered ambitious growth plans during 2020 has concluded Q1 of 2021 topping 1 million sq ft in warehouse space. Carlton Forest 3PL, has almost doubled its facilities in just seven weeks after acquiring three separate sites at Bawtry Park, near Doncaster, a site that had been …
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Rental is the future of supply sustainability says Schoeller Allibert UK Schoeller Allibert, the European market leader in the production of recyclable, reusable and returnable packaging solutions for the chemical industry, has commented on the current shortage of intermediate bulk containers in the market and the need for new rental …
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After pandemic restrictions meant we were limited to what we could buy and when, both consumers and producers learnt to adapt to how the world produces, distributes, purchases and consumes goods. Due to this, new trends are already emerging that cater to our altered way of life and are flourishing …
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Midlands-based flooring manufacturer and retail firm Factory Direct Flooring (FDF) has invested in a new, purpose-built warehouse with state-of-the-art racking, bringing its entire operation under one site. The new 20,000 sq ft facility at Hemdale Industrial Park, Nuneaton is nearly 40 per cent bigger than its former main unit. This …
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To help further improve the efficiency of its grocery home shopping service, Asda has become the first UK supermarket to introduce a powered stair climber, in collaboration with materials handling specialist, Stanley. Following a successful trial of Stanley’s ultra-lightweight stair climber, Asda has introduced 270 machines as part of its …
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The Temperature Controlled Storage & Distribution (TCS&D) Exhibition, Conference and Awards will return to the East of England Arena in Peterborough on the 7th & 8th September. Unlike some events, TCS&D 2021 will be keeping it small and keeping it safe for exhibitors and visitors. Despite the end of restricted …
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April 2021 marks the 40th Anniversary of Thorworld Industries, the leading UK-based designer and manufacturer of loading and unloading solutions and accessories. This significant milestone has been credited to the hard work and dedication of the Thorworld team, together with a willingness to adapt to new developments and advancements within …
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